This document summarizes and analyzes three different double page spreads from music magazines. For each spread, the document highlights elements that are effective such as use of color, fonts, photographs, article placement and design features that help guide the reader's eye. Overall, it evaluates how the visual design and layout choices for each spread help tell the story and draw the reader in.

1. Music Magazine Double Page Spread Analysis

2. I like how this double page spread has split the two pages in half, with one side showing just the photograph, and the other showing the writing. I like how simple it is, using just a few colours (black gold and white) and a font that’s not too fussy. I like the simple and natural picture used, and I like that it has been taken outside rather than in a studio. The concrete pillars behind them give the reader an idea of the band’s image (rock music). I think this double page spread should have used a title as I think this would make it more interesting and draw in more readers.

3. I really like how this double page spread has taken the main colour from the photo (green) and used it in the skyline at the top of the page. I think this is a pleasing and simple effect. I like that the magazine has chosen to use a photo of the artist laughing, I think this shows that they are relaxed and friendly and that the interview will be the same. I like how the article fits neatly onto the page, I think it looks well presented and pulled together. I also like how they’ve used a drop cap at the beginning of the article.

4. I like what the magazine has done with the photograph on this double page spread – highlighting the band member who the article is about and fading the images of the other band members. I think this instantly draws the reader in and you can see straight away what the article will be about. I also like how the article itself is positioned on the far right, and continues onto the following pages, and I like the use of arrows at the beginning. This double page spread also includes a pull quote from the article, and it has been highlighted in black with white writing.